How to Fill HP Black Ink Cartridges

By Catherine Johnson

Overview

If you frequently use your printer for work or school, you know that it is very easy to go through large amounts of black ink cartridges. A more simple and affordable solution is to refill the ink rather than purchase a whole new cartridge. This also helps the environment by recycling the plastic cartridges for several more uses. In just a few steps, you will easily be able to refill and reuse your HP black ink cartridges.

Refilling your HP black ink cartridge is a cheap and easy alternative to purchasing a new one.

Step 1

Remove the empty ink cartridge from your HP printer. Using the toilet paper, gently wipe the cartridge head in a vertical direction to completely remove excessive clogged ink.

Step 2

Cut a small amount of adhesive tape and apply it to the cartridge head. Make sure the tape is on airtight.

Step 3

Peel the sticker on the top of your cartridge until you see a hole. Check the maximum capacity of ink that your cartridge will hold.

Step 4

Using the syringe, carefully inject the black ink into the cartridge hole, taking care to not go over the maximum capacity limit.

Step 5

Tightly reseal the sticker over the hole. Remove the tape over the cartridge head.

Step 6

With a piece of toilet paper, gently wipe the cartridge head again in a vertical direction and remove any excess ink.

Step 7

Insert the ink cartridge back into your printer.

Skill: Moderately Easy

Ingredients:

Black ink (check the type that is needed for your ink cartridge)

Toilet paper

Adhesive tape

Syringe

Tip: Make sure to completely wipe the cartridge head until all excess ink is removed. If this area is not thoroughly wiped, it can lead to a blocked nozzle.

Tip: Leave your cartridge on top of a paper towel for about an hour before reinserting it into the printer. This will ensure that you catch any leaks or drips from the cartridge.